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Booked Solid With Han + StephBetween the Truth and the Page: A Conversation with HarperMuse Debut Author Jessica GuerrieriIn this powerful and refreshingly honest episode, Stephanie Mack sits down with friend, debut author and Maurice Prize winner Jessica Guerrieri to talk about her upcoming novel Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea. Stephanie dives into motherhood, vulnerability, book club fiction, and what it means to tell the truth on the page—no filter, no fluff. If you're a fan of bold voices and books that make you feel seen, this episode is for you.Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties!Today's Solid Sponsor:Today's episode of the Booked Solid...
2025-05-141h 10Booked Solid With Han + StephFrom Book Lists to Bestsellers: Betty Cayoutte Gets RealIn this episode, we’re joined by the one and only Betty Cayoutte—viral creator behind Betty’s Book List and debut author of Tell Me How You Really Feel. Betty opens up about turning internet buzz into a book deal, writing with heart and honesty, and how travel, connection, and community fuel her storytelling. We dive into what it’s really like to go from recommending books to writing one, the power of vulnerability, and why she’s all about championing voices that might otherwise go unheard. If you love book talk, big feelings, and bold first chapters—in fiction and l...
2025-05-0747 minBooked Solid With Han + StephFirst Love, Second Draft, Third Book with Award-Winning Romcom Author Becca KinzerGet ready to swoon, laugh, and maybe even hop on a tandem bike—because in this episode, we’re chatting with rom-com author Becca Kinzer, the delightful mind behind Dear Henry, Love Edith, Love in Tandem, and First Love, Second Draft. Becca shares the inspiration behind her quirky characters, charming love stories, and the real-life moments that sneak onto the page. We dive into the magic of meet-cutes, the joy of second chances, and what it takes to write romantic comedy with both heart and humor. If you're a fan of feel-good fiction with faith, wit, and a whole lot of c...
2025-04-3043 minBooked Solid With Han + StephFrom Gilded Glamour to Modern Love: Joy Callaway on Storytelling Across ErasIn this episode, Steph + Han sit down with internationally bestselling author Joy Callaway for a lively, heartfelt conversation about her upcoming TWO book releases—The Star of Camp Greene (May 6) and Sing Me Home to Carolina (June 10). Joy delves into her foray from historical into contemporary fiction, the inspiration behind her sparkling stories, and marketing beyond social media. We also gleaned her sage advice for contemporary authors looking to dabble in historical tales. Plus, we peeled back the curtain on book tours! Whether you're a longtime fan or new to Joy’s work, this is a must-listen episode filled with warmth...
2025-04-2351 minBooked Solid With Han + StephSouthern Roots & Beach House Rules with Kristy Woodson HarveyPour yourself some sweet tea for this sit-down with beloved Southern fiction author Kristy Woodson Harvey, the New York Times, USA Today, and Publisher’s Weekly bestselling queen! You don’t want to miss this delightful conversation about her upcoming novel Beach House Rules, hitting shelves May 27, plus so much more. Kristy shares the spark behind the story’s “mommune,” her knack for conveying irresistible Southern charm, and her path to becoming a bestselling author. The conversation also touches on the magic behind Friends & Fiction, the hit web show and podcast she cohosts with fellow powerhouse authors. Full of laughter, insight...
2025-04-1659 minBooked Solid With Han + StephRewriting Love: Behind the Pages with USA Today Bestselling Author Emma GreyPinch us because we’re up in the clouds over this sunny conversation with the endlessly lovable Emma Grey! In today’s episode of Booked Solid, we chat with the bestselling author about her latest smash-hit release, Pictures of You, along with her dazzling tearjerker and global breakout of a debut, The Last Love Note. Emma shares insights into her intricate storytelling process, blending humor with deep themes like grief and loss, and the challenge of major rewrites after the book deal. Plus, she reveals a peek into the moment with Zibby Owens that changed her life. Tune in for...
2025-04-0939 minBooked Solid With Han + StephFinding True Inspiration with Bestselling Author Kim Vogel SawyerIn this episode, we interview Kim Vogel Sawyer, a bestselling author of inspirational Christian fiction. Kim shares her passion for crafting stories that edify God's children and offer hope through His grace. She discusses her writing process, which begins with prayer and reflection on God's Word, and how storytelling, like Jesus' parables, can impact hearts and reveal His purpose. Tune in to hear more about her journey and how her faith shapes every word she writes!Today's Solid Sponsor:Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, travel designer...
2025-04-0240 minBooked Solid With Han + StephPeppered with Joy | Wise Words and Hot Scots with Bestselling Author Pepper BashamIn this episode, we sit down with bestselling author Pepper Basham, known for her captivating stories featuring heartwarming romance and her newest novel with a charming Scotsman! Join us as Pepper shares the inspiration behind her beloved novels, her creative process, and what it's like to write stories that blend wit, romance, and rich historical settings.Pepper opens up about the role of her faith in her writing journey and how it shapes the stories she tells. She shares wise words from her years of experience as a seasoned author, offering insight into how to stay grounded...
2025-03-261h 12Booked Solid With Han + StephLow Spice + High Swoon with NYT Bestselling Author Courtney WalshJoin us in welcoming the wonderful Courtney Walsh to the hot (but never too spicy) seat! We’ve been dreaming of chatting with her since launching the pod, so today is a dream come true! If you’re like us, Courtney has won you all-the-way over with her vibrant corner of Instagram, swoony low-spice romance novels, and inspiring hybrid career combining all the best of traditional and indie publishing. We are proud to call her a colleague and now a bonafide Booked Solid bestie! The invaluable things we learned in one sitting!We cover everything from Courtney's writ...
2025-03-191h 02Booked Solid With Han + StephLast, Current, Next Reads with Han | Bonus Book Rec EpisodeGrab your favorite mug and get cozy because in this episode, Hannah Caitlin Parker is spilling all the tea about her reading life! First up, she’s dishing about House of My Mother by Shari Franke, a memoir that will stick with you long after you finish(and make you want to binge the Hulu doc Devil in The Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke ASAP). Then, she’s swooning over Authentically Izzy by Pepper Basham, a sweet closed-door romcom that you don't want to miss. And last but definitely not least, she’s giving us a sneak peek of Picture...
2025-03-1213 minBooked Solid With Han + StephSpicy Reads & Sunshine Vibes: A Chat with Lynette from StoryhookedGrab your headphones and join us for an exciting episode with Lynette from Storyhooked: the book blogger, podcast host, and all-around spreader of sunshine! In this conversation, we dive deep into some HOT topics, starting with the fiery controversy surrounding spicy romance novels—what’s all the fuss about and where do we draw the line? From there, we explore the world of Bookstagram, chatting about its unique culture, the pressure to curate the 'perfect' bookish aesthetic, and the joy of connecting with fellow readers. Plus, Lynette shares her wisdom on how she manages to be a light in the...
2025-03-051h 22Booked Solid With Han + StephOn the Path to Publishing: On The Slopes of Tahoe Author J.A. FordeAlright, Bookish Besties...If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your manuscript into a published book without pulling your hair out, J.A. is here to share all her secrets for making the journey smooth and stress-free.J.A. breaks down the indie publishing process in a way that makes it feel totally doable, whether you’re just getting started or looking to streamline your current process. She shares her top tips for everything—from formatting to marketing, and how to avoid the common pitfalls that can trip up new indie authors. With J.A.’s advice...
2025-02-2645 minBooked Solid With Han + StephIs She Really Going on The Booked Solid Podcast? A Love-Fueled Chat with NYT Bestselling Author Sophie CousensIn this episode of The Booked Solid Podcast, we're joined by the sensational Sophie Cousens, New York Times bestselling author of recent smash hit Is She Really Going Out With Him?, plus The Good Part, Before I Do, Just Haven't Met You Yet, and This Time Next Year. We dive deep into the heart behind her latest beloved rom-com, filled with all the classic tropes we adore, and explore the journey of having her debut novel adapted into a film. Sophie opens up about the highs and lows of navigating the UK author life while reaching a massive US au...
2025-02-1941 minBooked Solid With Han + StephThe Perfect Podcast Episode with Melissa Ferguson | Hot Takes on Publishing + More with The Perfect Rom-Com AuthorMelissa spills the beans on her latest release, The Perfect Romcom—a delightful, laugh-out-loud story that will have you swooning and grinning from ear to ear. We talk about where she got the inspiration for the book, and the magic behind creating a rom-com that’s as charming as it is hilarious. Of course, we also dive into some hot takes on the publishing world—what’s working, what’s not, and how authors can find their way in today’s crazy industry. Oh, and social media? We chat about how it impacts writers and how Melissa manages to stay true to...
2025-02-1249 minBooked Solid With Han + StephRomance, Redemption, and Real Talk with Author Emily ConradHold onto your coffee cups, writers and readers alike! This week on The Booked Solid Podcast, we’re hanging out with Emily Conrad, the author behind the swoon-worthy Rhythms of Redemption series. She's a master of crafting stories with heart and hope.Emily is a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) and as a former staff member of HopeWriters, Emily’s had the privilege of chatting with some heavy-hitters in the writing world, like Francine Rivers, Susan Meissner, and Steven James.But that’s not all! Emily also writes non-fiction (yes, she’s that multi-t...
2025-02-0545 minBooked Solid With Han + StephThe Twist + The TURN of Indie Publishing with Thriller Author Marissa VanskikeWe’re thrilled to bring you a conversation with an award-winning author whose books are known for their mind-bending twists, intense suspense, and binge-worthy plots. This week, we’re joined by Marissa Vanskike, the brilliant author behind How It Had To Be and Bronswood—two novels that have been praised for their exploration of complex family dynamics and the deep, often painful sacrifices that come with them.
Marissa’s novels have reached readers in over seven countries, and her knack for crafting shocking endings and heart-pounding suspense has earned her a loyal following. But that’s not all—Marissa is...
2025-01-2949 minBooked Solid With Han + StephAll Things Indie with India | A Deep Dive into Christian Fiction + Indie PublishingIn this cozy and heartwarming episode of The Booked Solid Podcast, we're sitting down with Christian indie romance author India Tungate, whose sweet and swoon-worthy stories are perfect for readers who love a warm hug in book form. India’s novels are full of heart, charm, and all the feels you crave from a good romance, and today, we’re diving into her writing journey and the personal inspiration behind her work.
She opens up about the profound loss of her grandmother and how it pushed her to finally chase her dream of becoming an author. From ther...
2025-01-2237 minBooked Solid With Han + StephHow to Start a Book Club (That Thrives + Jives)!Move over, Oprah. You’re ready to launch the reading community of your dreams! With the rise of celebrity book clubs, literary excitement, and frankly our TBRs, many of us feel the yearning to take our book love beyond our reading nooks + into a real-life cohort. Fear not, besties; Steph has you covered! Her own IRL book club—established in 2017—is still thriving (more than ever!) thanks to solid reads, consistent monthly meetings, and (gasp!) members who actually read (don’t get us wrong—we’re here for the snacks + bevs, too)! Much of this has been conquered through trial + erro...
2025-01-1524 minBooked Solid With Han + StephBooked Solid BFFs Rewind: 2024 Faves + 2025 TBR Goals!It's time for a bookish rewind, and we're serving up all the best reads of 2024 with a side of excitement for 2025! Join your literary BFFs, Hannah and Stephanie, as they spill the tea on the books that made them swoon, laugh, cry, and, yes, sometimes even ugly-cry this year. From "Oh my gosh, this is the best thing I’ve ever read!" to "How did I not know about this book?!," get ready for an episode full of bookish love and lots of laughs. Plus, we’re sharing all the books we can’t wait to get our hands on in 202...
2025-01-0851 minBooked Solid With Han + StephBecoming A Bookstagrammer with Becoming Book by Book's Brandi DavisGrab your coffee, slip into something cozy, and settle in for an episode of The Booked Solid Podcast that’s sure to give you all the warm and fuzzy bookish feels! This week, we’re chatting with the one and only Brandi Davis with @becomingbookbybook, a bookstagrammer who’s turned her love for reading into a visual and literary dream.
We’re diving into Brandi's journey from casual reader to Insta-book queen, exploring what it’s really like behind the lens of those stunning #bookstagram photos, and uncovering all the secrets to balancing books, reviews, and community-building without lo...
2024-12-1855 minBooked Solid With Han + StephHan's Holiday Reads | December Book Recs + Back Cover Copy NarratingIn this festive episode, Hannah Caitlin shares her December TBR (To Be Read) list, filled with holiday romcoms to get in the Christmas spirit. Here’s a quick look at her picks:
1. The December Market by RaeAnne ThayneHannah loved this small-town holiday romance about Amanda, who dislikes Christmas but works hard to make it special for others. She teams up with Rafe to keep their grandparents' romance from blooming, but sparks fly between them instead.
2. Christmas with a Crank by Courtney WalshA second-chance romance set on a Christmas tree farm, where Liam a...
2024-12-1120 minBooked Solid With Han + StephBestselling Banter and Elliptical Epiphanies with Author Emma St. ClairIn today’s episode, we are joined by the talented Emma St. Clair, a USA Today bestselling author who is known for crafting stories with sassy heroines, witty banter, and love stories that balance heart and humor. Emma’s books are the perfect mix of sizzling chemistry and romantic tension, all while keeping the bedroom door firmly closed.
Emma shares her writing journey with us, from her MFA in Fiction to her unique writing process – which includes tapping away on her phone while on the elliptical machine! We also dive into what inspires her characters and how she keep...
2024-12-041h 00Booked Solid With Han + StephBooked Solid x Lit Ladies | Are the Hottest Bookish Trends Here to Stay?For our first-ever crossover episode, we are thrilled to share this timely convo with the fabulous gals of the Lit Ladies podcast! They are three writers and moms exploring how to live out their faith in their literary lives. Tune in as we take turns spotlighting major trends we observe in the current book world—and hash out whether they’re forever or fleeting. Topics include:
Romantasy: Seeing its peak or still rising high?
Bookish Books: Trendy or timeless?
Book Covers: Let’s chat headless figures, cartoon lovers, and more!
#Bookstagram: Does it still have the final word?
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2024-11-201h 10Booked Solid With Han + StephThe Frozen River | Breaking the Ice with NYT Bestselling Author Ariel LawhonWelcome to our Fall Book Club episode, besties! If you haven’t yet devoured The Frozen River—one of the hottest titles of 2024—chances are high you’ve at least seen the stunner floating around the interwebs + topping bestseller lists. Today we’re thrilled to discuss the smash hit with its gracious, brilliant, endlessly articulate author, Ariel Lawhon.
Cozy up for this unforgettable conversation with one of the most beloved historical fiction greats of our day. You’ll hear about the origins of The Frozen River, writing in the trenches of motherhood, Ariel’s best advice for success, and more...
2024-11-131h 02Booked Solid With Han + StephTea with the Teen Series Queen | Honoring Robin Jones GunnWe’re giddy to welcome the one + only Robin Jones Gunn to the Booked Solid podcast! Her beloved Christy Miller series shaped the teen years of countless millennial women—and today, it resonates with their daughters. Don’t miss this uniquely inspiring and tender conversation with the woman behind this once-in-a-generation sensation + many more bestselling books. Join us as we chat all things teen reads and celebrate the release of Robin’s newest contemporary Christian women’s fiction novel, Tea with Elephants.
We promise you’ll walk away from this episode with at least one nugget of greatness—on the...
2024-11-061h 07Booked Solid With Han + StephQ&A with Han + Steph | You Grill, We Spill!We’re so excited to share our first-ever Q&A episode featuring us two, your co-hosts! We opened the forum for questions, with nothing off-limits. That’s right! You grill. We spill. Tune in today for our responses to your inquires about our career goals for the next year, book recommendations across the genres, balancing author + family life, and more!
Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties!
Find us on Instagram (@bookedsolidpod, @hannahbooksit, @stephanienmack)!
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2024-10-301h 01Booked Solid With Han + StephCheers to Holiday Reads! | A Convo with NYT Bestselling Romance Author RaeAnne Thayne‘Tis the season to cozy up for this sit-down with wildly successful romance author RaeAnne Thayne! With 75 books to her name, the New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and #1 Publishers Weekly bestselling author is known and loved internationally for her stories of hope, healing, and heart. We had the joy of chatting with RaeAnne to celebrate her newest novel—The December Market—and glean all her insight into holiday reads, life on deadline, and the book business over the decades.Find RaeAnne Thayne on Instagram and her website!Find us on Instagram (@bookedsolidpod, @hannahbooksit, ...
2024-10-2346 minBooked Solid With Han + StephGrit, Grace, + Great Christian Fiction | A Convo with #1 Internationally Bestselling Author T. I. LoweTreat yourself to some quality time with the wonderful T.I. Lowe! For our first guest interview episode of the season, we’re honored to share this sit-down with the internationally bestselling author of Under the Magnolias, Lulu’s Café, Lowcountry Lost, and so many more!
What did breakout debut success look like for her? How does she approach tackling difficult topics through fiction? What industry observations and advice does she have to share with Christian authors?
Don’t miss this chat on “grit and grace” with one of the best in the business. We’re so grateful...
2024-10-1644 minBooked Solid With Han + StephWELCOME BACK | Season 2 Kick-Off with Han + StephWelcome back, bookish besties! Oh, how we’ve missed you! We’re ecstatic to kick off SEASON TWO of Booked Solid! We can’t wait to roll out our lineup of literary luminaries for you guys in the coming months! Today join Hannah + Steph for a special kick-off episode where we reflect on our ACFW conference experience, share our September highlights + rave reads, and tease the (lit!) season ahead!
Shows we're loving and writerly updates? You know we've got those, too!
Thank you so much for listening! Let’s goooooo!
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2024-10-0955 minBooked Solid With Han + StephBeyond the Bestseller | Martha Hall Kelly Chats NYT Bestseller Lilac Girls + MOREWe’re officially here, bookish besties! We’ve reached the end of BOOKED SOLID's first season ever! And what better way to go out than with the woman behind one of Han + Steph’s all-time, iconic favorites?Enormous welcome to Martha Hall Kelly—New York Times bestselling author of Lilac Girls, Lost Roses, The Golden Doves, and more. This conversation quite honestly blew us away! Tune in for the spark behind her international mega-hit (also her debut, nbd!), practical writing advice (A+ recs), and fascinating industry takes (her story is such a WOW)!Thank you with all...
2024-09-041h 02Booked Solid With Han + StephFriday Five with Steph | 5 New Fall Books for Your RadarIt’s pumpkin spice szn (already?!) and Steph’s got you covered with today’s Friday Five! Pull up a cozy seat for five fab new releases dropping this fall! We’ve got a tearjerker, #AWHOLEBOOK, a frothy thrill, a memoir from a true icon, and the latest from one of Steph’s favorites!
What’s on your radar this autumn? Let us know on Instagram (@bookedsolidpod) and don’t forget to leave us a review! Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties!
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2024-08-3010 minBooked Solid With Han + StephBehind The Scenes of The Book Deal | A Chat with PRH Editor Jamie LapeyrolerieWelcome, bookish besties, to our first-ever interview with an EDITOR! That’s right! Jamie Lapeyrolerie—editor for WaterBrook and Multnomah, imprints of Penguin Random House—graciously joined us for an episode packed with insights from behind the publishing curtain. What a joy of a conversation! How does Jamie’s team operate at PRH? How much does a novel typically change from acquisition to bookshelf? And what about the question of author platform, from the publisher’s POV?
Pop into the chat as Jamie dispels myths, illuminates details, and offers encouragement for authors at every stage!
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2024-08-281h 12Booked Solid With Han + StephWhat Should My Kid Read? | Friday Five with Hannah + Special GuestJoin Han and her little girl Charleigh as she shares her favorite kids chapter book reads! These reads are perfect for beginning chapter book readers! Tune into our Instagram for links and more recommendations! @bookedsolidpod
2024-08-2313 minBooked Solid With Han + StephAloha from Steph | Let’s Talk Vacation Reads!Greetings, besties! Steph here with a special solo episode from Hawaii on all things—that’s right—VACATION READS! How do you approach your vacation reads? I want to know everything from how you pick your books to what medium you prefer! I had a blast dishing my main thoughts on the topic, including:What books I packed for this trip!How I tend to pick my vacation books Why I prefer hard copy, Kindle + audiobooks for different aspects of travel How keeping the pressure off + expectations realistic maximizes my vacay joy!What books my tween girls brought ... cue happy tears!
2024-08-2117 minBooked Solid With Han + StephFriday Five with Steph | My Top 5 Celebrity Memoirs, Part IPrep those ears for one star-studded Friday Five, bookish besties! Steph here… your resident celebrity memoir junkie, dishing my favorites for you! Today is all about the ladies. I’m so happy to share these five female life stories that changed me in some lasting way. Gorgeously written, evocatively portrayed, popcorn required but not included… Don’t miss these autobiographical knockouts!
My Part II of this series (down the line) will spill my top male celeb picks!
Do we share any of the same favorites? Have you read any of these?
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2024-08-1614 minBooked Solid With Han + StephA Chat with Author Annabel Monaghan | Summer Romance + Writing TipsTalk about a midsummer dream! We recently had the honor of sitting down with national bestselling author + all-around pure delight Annabel Monaghan. We cover author life, motherhood + of course, those irresistible books of hers! Not to mention, being the incredible woman she is, Annabel generously shared her abundant wisdom with us (Steph + Han) as two newbie authors smack in our own revisions!
Since Nora Goes Off Script debuted in 2022, Annabel has been sweeping readers fresh off their feet with her relatable adult heroines, second-chance love stories, and vivid settings.
In today’s episode, you’ll learn...
2024-08-1452 minBooked Solid With Han + StephFriday Five with Steph | 5 Things to Look for in a Literary AgentAre you on the agent search? Newly or deep in the weeds? Are you struggling to know what makes someone the right match for YOU? On today’s Friday Five, Steph dives right into her top 5 Things to Look for in a Literary Agent! From her own experience both self-publishing + trudging through the query trenches, to finally signing with her dream agent this summer (yay!!!)—she has a lot to say!
We really hope you enjoy this one, besties! Pause to ponder your own goals + dreams on the way to #booking your own #solid agent someday!
Tun...
2024-08-0913 minBooked Solid With Han + StephAuthor Spotlight | A Chat with Indie Authors J.A. Forde + Stefanie K. Steck🎙️✨ Chat with us today! Join indie authors J.A. Forde and Stefanie K. Steck as they dive into the world of self-publishing, writing tips, and their latest projects. Don’t miss this fun conversation between Hannah + her two bookish besties!📚🎉
🔗 J.A. Forde: https://www.instagram.com/the.sah.bookstamom/
https://linktr.ee/The.sah.bookstamom
🔗 Stefanie K. Steck:
https://www.instagram.com/authorstefanieksteck/
https://bio.site/stefanieksteck
2024-08-0745 minBooked Solid With Han + StephFriday Five with Han | 5 Must-Haves for ConferencesAre you attending your first bookish conference as an author, reader, blogger, or podcast host? Wondering what in the world you should bring with you? Want to know what to give to new connections and friends?
We've got you covered! Today, Hannah Cait is giving you her five Friday must haves for attending a conference! Han + Steph are headed to ACFW both for the first time in September and these are a few of the things that they have been told to bring or have decided to bring themselves! We would love to hear if you will be in attendance...
2024-08-0211 minBooked Solid With Han + StephFriday Five with Steph | Top 5 Disneyland TipsSteph’s up today with your Friday Five—rolling out my Top Five Disneyland Tips for you + your crew! More like five (sky) buckets with multiple (magic) tricks each, really. I’ve got you, bestie! Your personal plaid on deck!
Today I’ll cover the following KEYS to unlocking your Disneyland dreams:
When is the BEST time to go?
Where should I STAY and/or park?
What should I EAT?!
What are the MUST-rides?
What are the SUPREME non-ride attractions?
Hit me up anytime with quite literally any questions! Everything possible linked in the sh...
2024-07-2615 minBooked Solid With Han + StephAuthor Spotlight | NYT Bestselling Author Katherine CenterAre we dreaming or did we really sit down with Katherine Center for the bookish chat of a lifetime?! Tune in for this week’s interview with the New York Times bestselling author + all-time favorite of ours (and so many of you)! We leave no page unturned in this fun-filled, inspiring, comprehensive conversation with one of the best in the biz.
What makes a good love story? What does a year-in-the-life look like for Katherine Center? How did she get her start?
We’re serving it all + more today, besties! Thank you so much for liste...
2024-07-241h 14Booked Solid With Han + StephAgent + Author Spotlight | A Chat with Kristy CambronFrom the earliest spark of the Booked Solid podcast, Han + Steph have been dreaming up today’s episode—and hopefully many like it to come! This week we giddily share our first-ever conversation with a LITERARY AGENT! Not to mention, a bestselling author, brilliant mind, and beautifully solid woman + leader we admire in #alltheways!
Welcome, Kristy Cambron! Where do we even begin with our love for this guest + episode?! Avid readers, querying writers, and established authors alike will connect with something special in here—we're SURE of it!
Grab your popcorn + pods, BBs! Dive in with u...
2024-07-221h 09Booked Solid With Han + StephFriday Five with Han | 5 Faves for PodcastingIt's Han here sharing my Friday Five for this week! Listen along as I dive into my five faves for podcasting!
As always you can follow along on Instagram @bookedsolidpod where you can find links to everything you need to start your own podcast!
Connect with Han @hannahbooksit on Instagram and be sure to catch the full-length video on reels and Youtube just search Hannah Books It on there!
2024-07-1912 minBooked Solid With Han + StephAuthor Spotlight | USA Today Bestselling Author Mandi BlakeToday we sit down with the lovely + talented Mandi Blake, USA Today bestselling author of twenty-six sweet Christian romance books! What a privilege + breath of fresh air. We gleaned so many morsels of goodness + advice from this episode, from Mandi’s inspiring author story + profound indie pointers to her tips on growing a mailing list. Her fans are abundant (for GREAT reason) + so are her insights (WOW)!
This convo goes down like sweet tea, bookish besties! We know you’re going to love it!
Find Mandi on Instagram + her website!
Find us on Instagram (@bookedsolidpod, @hannahbooksit, @stephanienmack)!
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2024-07-1747 minBooked Solid With Han + StephFriday Five with Han + StephWelcome to the Friday Five, where we share FIVE things we are loving this week with you!
From potato clocks to viral athletic rompers, we are covering our FIVE latest Amazon purchases and we want to hear what yours are as well!
As always you can join the conversation on our Instagram at www.instagram.com/bookedsolidpod and connect with us both there as well!
Happy Friday, bookish besties!
TODAY'S SOLID AMAZON FINDS:
Women's Workout Bodysuit
Viral Hair Identifier Spray for Face
White Coverup Crochet Dress
2024-07-1214 minBooked Solid With Han + StephAuthor Spotlight | Hannah’s Publishing JourneyHi, bookish besties! Tap play + treat yourself to our very own Hannah Caitlin Parker’s publishing story! From avid reader and #bookstagrammer, to agented writer and official author with a two-book deal from Tyndale House, Hannah has been on a RIDE since 2021!
How did she get here? (God!) How has her life changed? (Dramatically!) How on earth did she know which agents to query? (Don’t miss her insight!)
We know you’ll gather some tricks, treasures + tidbits from Hannah’s highly unique real-life tale!
Like we always say: No two publishing journeys are ever...
2024-07-1049 minBooked Solid With Han + StephPodcaster Spotlight | A Convo with Shannon LeykoJoin us in welcoming Shannon Leyko to an episode like no episode we’ve aired before! We’re still glowing with new inspiration! Shannon is a podcaster, author, mother of three, proud coast guard wife, and former Miss New York. Most recently, she is the powerhouse behind the Paring Down Podcast: Realistic Minimalism to Live More Intentionally. (Give us more of that, please!)
We cover so much fun territory in this lively sit-down:
- What motivated Shannon to start a podcast + business surrounding this concept of simplification?
- How does time management, time bloc...
2024-07-031h 11Booked Solid With Han + StephOur Best Summer Book Recs | A Convo with Han + StephWelcome to our official first episode of the summer season, bookish besties! Prep your carts + your beach bags because we’ve got some READS for you!
Join Han + Steph for this rundown of our top picks for summertime 2024. Rom-coms, women’s fiction, thrills + chills… We’ve got you BOOKED!
We’ve linked the full list below—and please let us know! What are YOU reading this summer?!
Find us on Instagram (@bookedsolidpod, @hannahbooksit, @stephanienmack)!
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2024-06-2640 minBooked Solid With Han + StephAuthor Spotlight | A Convo with Jessica GustafsonWe’re thrilled to share today’s fun + informative interview with blossoming author Jessica Gustafson! We LOVE talking to writers at every stage of their careers, with a special place in our hearts for those in the early trenches with us!
Currently agented + on submission, Jessica writes Christian historical fiction with strong romance subplots. She lives in Utah with her ten—that’s right, 10!—children.
Don’t miss this chat about her publishing path, mothering a big (like really big!) family, and everything in between!
Thank you for once again for being here, bookish best...
2024-06-1944 minBooked Solid With Han + StephAudiobook Narrator Spotlight | A Convo with Talon DavidCalling audiobook junkies! In perhaps our most unique episode to date, we had the thrill of sitting down with insanely talented narrator + musical artist Talon David! With 90+ audiobook credits to her name, Talon knows the ins, outs, ups, and downs of voiceover work like you’ve never heard it before! She performs books of all genres, including titles by three of our Booked Solid author guests so far: Bethany Turner, Erin Phillips, and Melissa Ferguson.
We were already dazzled by Talon’s voice + portfolio, but this conversation took our fandom to whole-new heights!
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2024-06-121h 09Booked Solid With Han + StephAuthor Spotlight | A Convo with Bethany TurnerJoin Han + Steph for this treat of a chat with the charming + hilarious Bethany Turner, author of bestselling, award-winning romantic comedies! This week we toast to the release of her newest novel—Cole and Laila Are Just Friends—a delightful friends-to-more love story brimming with rom-com laughs, poignant insights, and pop-culture fun.
We had the time of our lives discussing this gem and #allthingsbooks with Bethany. From her author journey and favorite rom-com to what she learned from this book in particular, we left no page unturned with this fabulous guest!
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2024-06-0549 minBooked Solid With Han + StephAuthor Spotlight | A Convo with NYT Bestselling Author Rebecca SerleTune in for this magical + unforgettable conversation with one of our very favorites: the lovely Rebecca Serle! Exuding the depth, sparkle, and brilliance of her books, Rebecca is the New York Times-bestselling author of whimsical modern hits like Expiration Dates, One Italian Summer, In Five Years, and more. She is also a producer and screenwriter, with fascinating insight into the film world + process of adaptation. She is a force + we can’t get enough!
We’re so thankful she took the time to share her knowledge, experience, inspirations, rave reads, and more with us! How did she star...
2024-05-2955 minBooked Solid With Han + StephAuthor Spotlight | A Convo with Heidi McCahanWe’re so delighted to share this week’s episode featuring Heidi McCahan—bestselling author of award-winning inspirational romance and women’s fiction! With sixteen novels published (and counting!), Heidi blends small-town charm, heartfelt love, and genuine faith into her beautiful stories.
We learned and laughed through this joyful (and juicy!) conversation about Heidi’s journey to publication, her career with Harlequin’s Love Inspired, her HOT tips on using dictation in bringing her novels to life, and more!
Don’t miss this one, bookish besties! You’ll devour Heidi’s warmth, insight, and wit!
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2024-05-2259 minBooked Solid With Han + StephAuthor Spotlight | A Convo with Jill GundersonSidle up for today’s sit-down with our very own bookish bestie, the fabulous Jill Gunderson! Jill is the debut author of That Time I Loved You, a romantic and captivating time-travel mystery published by Hope*Books. She is also a beloved #bookstagrammer (@ThatShelfLove), book review columnist (Newport Beach Living Magazine), and mother of four (we’re in awe)!
We truly #dishitall in this episode—author dreams, struggles, spice levels, hot takes, recent rave reads, and more! Can’t wait for you to hear every word!
So thankful for you, bookish besties! We hope you adore th...
2024-05-1558 minBooked Solid With Han + StephAuthor Spotlight | A Convo with NYT Bestselling Author Patti Callahan HenryJoin Han + Steph for a very special conversation with New York Times bestselling author Patti Callahan Henry, the woman behind our first-ever Booked Solid Book Club pick: Becoming Mrs. Lewis.
Patti sheds insight into her masterful exploration of Joy Davidman—the wife who won the heart, mind, and soul of C.S. Lewis, one of America’s most prolific Christian writers and thinkers of the 20th century.
To our honor and delight, Patti also encouraged our writerly hearts with powerful doses of wisdom from her own decades of literary expertise and success. We won’t soon forget this c...
2024-05-081h 02Booked Solid With Han + StephAuthor Spotlight | A Convo with Devon DanielsThis week, Han + Steph are ecstatic to chat with the incredible Devon Daniels! Author of swoony romantic comedies Meet You in the Middle + The Rom Con, Devon dishes it all in this unfiltered, informative peek behind the curtain + into the book industry.
Learn along with us from a true rom-com queen as we cover:
THE JOURNEY: Hold on tight for Devon’s journey to publication because it’s one thrill of a ride! You don’t want to miss her insight into all things before, during + after the book deal.
THE QUERY: Devon shares...
2024-04-241h 46Booked Solid With Han + StephAuthor Spotlight | A Convo with Megan Reinking - Indie AuthorTune in as Han + Steph dive into all things indie publishing with author Megan Reinking! This episode is a treasure trove for aspiring authors and anyone with questions about the universe of self-publishing.
In a space that can feel intimidating + overwhelming, super-savvy Megan is crushing the game with her entrepreneurial spirit, bigger WHY, and oh my, those beautiful covers! She’s doin’ it RIGHT and we want to LISTEN!
What motivates Megan on the journey? What is her editorial schedule like? What are the perks of being indie? What has she learned the hard way? What...
2024-04-171h 03Booked Solid With Han + StephAuthor Spotlight | A Convo with Carmen SchoberPop in your pods for this sit-down with Steph + modern-day female dynamo Carmen Schober! An author, essayist, social media expert, wife, and mother, Carmen shares her wealth of wisdom on everything from publishing Christian fiction and building an email list, to setting clear goals and thriving in her latest role as a News & Culture staff writer for Evie Magazine. This episode is just as multi-faceted as its special guest. Thank you for dazzling us with your time, Carmen!
Find Carmen on Instagram, her website, and online with Evie Magazine!
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2024-04-101h 28Booked Solid With Han + StephAuthor Spotlight | A Convo with Kendra BroekhuisJoin Han + Steph for today’s interview with the lovely Kendra Broekhuis: author, speaker, mother of four, and all-around magnificent soul! We discuss her stunning debut novel (Between You and Us), writing, editing, reading, the stages of motherhood, and so much more! Don’t miss this genuine, humorous, incredibly informative conversation, perfect for our bookish besties of every kind.
Find Kendra on Instagram + her website!
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KENDRA'S VIRAL ARTICLES:
To Those Waiting And To Those Mourning On Mother’s Day
I Don't Know What To Say
2024-04-031h 07Booked Solid With Han + StephBookstagrammer Spotlight | Katelyn Cole from Bookcase BeautyTune in for this inspiring + refreshingly honest conversation with Katelyn Cole—the wildly creative + articulate beauty behind The Bookcase Beauty of Instagram! We cover the gamut, friends! Social media marketing, growing a platform, the impact of it all on our mental health, recent five-star reads, and more! This episode is packed SOLID with nuggets of wisdom, faith + hope for those in the #bookstagram sphere + beyond!
Find Katelyn on Instagram: @bookcasebeauty
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Drop a review, send us or Katelyn a message… We’re here for you ANYtime!
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2024-03-271h 12Booked Solid With Han + StephAuthor Spotlight | A Convo with Erin PhillipsJoin Hannah + Steph for a deep-dive with bestselling Christian YA fantasy author Erin Phillips. Learn from Erin’s incredible success, marketing savvy, ministry mindset, writing approach, indie publishing tips, and more. She writes “dark stories that shine the light” (swoon) and trust us—she glows in this jam-packed episode! We hope you love the conversation as much as we did!
Find Erin on Instagram: @erinphillipsauthor
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TODAY’S SOLID BOOKS:
Crown of Chains by Erin Phillips
Bond of Briars by Erin Phillips
Walking on Water b...
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Booked Solid With Han + StephAuthor Spotlight | A Convo with Melissa FergusonJoin Han + Steph for a chat with Melissa Ferguson, bestselling author of romantic comedies including Meet Me in the Margins, Famous for a Living, and soon-to-release How to Plot a Payback. Melissa lives in Tennessee with her husband and four children on their beautiful farmhouse property. Hear all about her newest book, author journey, writing process, balancing career + home life, social media, industry trends, and more!
Find Melissa on Instagram, TikTok, and her website.
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2024-03-131h 14Booked Solid With Han + StephEpisode One | Meet Han + StephWelcome to The Booked Solid Podcast with Han + Steph!
From the OC to Alabama, we’ll be serving you ALL things #bookish on the BOOKED SOLID podcast!!! From our reader + author perspective. We share a huge passion for God, books, writing, and guiding women like us to SOLID reads! Chats to come with us gals + some of the most incredible minds in the industry. Authors, agents, bloggers, editors, bookstore owners, you name it!
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TODAY'S SOLID BOOKS:
Ruby Holler by Sharon Creech
A Series of Unf...
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